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Why are flags at half-staff in NY today? Here's what to know

Why are flags at half-staff in NY today? Here's what to know

Gov. Kathy Hochul has directed that flags on all New York state government buildings be flown at half-staff Friday. Here's why.
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A monument a decade in the making is set to break ground in Phoenix

A monument a decade in the making is set to break ground in Phoenix

A new monument honoring Cold War veterans and the USS Phoenix submarine is coming to Steele Indian School Park.
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Gene Roddenberry's Pilot Career Explored

Gene Roddenberry's Pilot Career Explored

Before Gene Roddenberry became a household name as the creator of Star Trek, he had a distinguished career in the military and aviation. His experi...
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NY flags lowered to half-staff Friday. Here's why

NY flags lowered to half-staff Friday. Here's why

Gov. Kathy Hochul has directed that flags on all state government buildings be flown at half-staff Friday. Here's what to know.
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Army Hero Angel Rampersad Honored in Queens After Fatal Iranian Attack

Army Hero Angel Rampersad Honored in Queens After Fatal Iranian Attack

Sgt. Angel 'Sarah' Rampersad, a U.S. Army soldier, was laid to rest in Queens after being killed in an Iranian missile attack on July 17 at the Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan. Hundreds of mourners, including family, friends, and fellow soldiers, gathered to honor her memory. Rampersad was celebrated for her courage, leadership, and selflessness. The funeral was attended by notable figures such as Governor Kathy Hochul and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, who paid their respects without delving into political discourse. Rampersad's service and sacrifice were highlighted by her community and fellow veterans, emphasizing her impact and legacy.
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Efforts to Identify Missing WWII Soldier Gain Momentum

Efforts to Identify Missing WWII Soldier Gain Momentum

The remains of an unidentified U.S. soldier, known as 'X-3', have been disinterred in Sitka, Alaska, as part of ongoing efforts to identify over 81,000 missing U.S. service members from past wars. The soldier, who died in a plane crash during World War II, is believed to be one of the many whose remains were never identified. The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) is using modern scientific techniques, including DNA testing, to attempt identification. This effort is part of a broader mission to provide closure to families of missing service members.
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Desert Storm Memorial Nears Completion on National Mall

Desert Storm Memorial Nears Completion on National Mall

The National Desert Storm Memorial, honoring veterans of the 1990-91 Gulf War, is nearing completion on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Scheduled for dedication on October 24, the memorial features granite walls resembling desert dunes and a coalition shield. The project, costing over $40 million, was largely funded by the State of Kuwait. The memorial aims to provide a place of reflection and recognition for the nearly 700,000 Americans who served in the conflict.
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Fighter jet crashes at Marine Corps air base near San Diego

Fighter jet crashes at Marine Corps air base near San Diego

A fighter jet crashed at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar near San Diego on July 31, reports say.
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Berry Picker in Poland Discovers Potential WWII Allied Aircraft Wreckage

Berry Picker in Poland Discovers Potential WWII Allied Aircraft Wreckage

A man picking berries in a forest near Świnoujście, Poland, discovered debris that may belong to a World War II Allied aircraft. The debris included aluminum structures and burnt ammunition, which were identified as .303 British, used in British Royal Air Force aircraft. Further investigation revealed a copper tube marked with 'T7', a code found in RAF technical documentation. This suggests the wreckage could be from a British aircraft, possibly a Lancaster bomber, known for its role in nighttime bombing raids during the war.
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Marine Corps says F-35B stealth fighter crashed in California, pilot ejected

Marine Corps says F-35B stealth fighter crashed in California, pilot ejected

The U.S. Marine Corps says the pilot of an F-35B stealth fighter is expected to live after ejecting from the jet before it crashed in California
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Fort Hill Activity Center Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Free Fitness Classes

Fort Hill Activity Center Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Free Fitness Classes

Fort Hill Activity Center Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Free Fitness Classes
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Historian Victor Davis Hanson Highlights Strategic Justifications for WWII Nuclear Bombings

Historian Victor Davis Hanson Highlights Strategic Justifications for WWII Nuclear Bombings

Historian Victor Davis Hanson, affiliated with the Hoover Institution, has provided insights into the strategic considerations behind the United States' decision to use nuclear weapons during World War II. Hanson emphasized two main factors: the dire conditions of thousands of Asian and Allied prisoners who were dying daily under Japanese occupation, and the planned escalation of conventional bombing operations by Maj. Gen. Curtis LeMay. LeMay intended to move forces closer to Japan, which would have significantly increased the damage inflicted by conventional bombings. These insights were shared in the context of ongoing discussions about the ethical and strategic implications of nuclear warfare, particularly as the U.S. continues to develop new nuclear capabilities.